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Who is Dr. Petrossian, Pediatric Cardiologist in Palo Alto, CA?
Dr. Edwin Petrossian, MD is a Pediatric Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Palo Alto, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Petrossian is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Petrossian’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Petrossian’s office at (650) 723-4000.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Petrossian?
Dr. Edwin Petrossian, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Pediatric Cardiologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Petrossian empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Congenital Heart Disease, Pediatric Cardiothoracic Surgery, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Palo Alto/CA community, Dr. Petrossian is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
What languages does Dr. Petrossian speak?
Dr. Petrossian and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Petrossian treat?
As a Pediatric Cardiologist, Dr. Petrossian diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Petrossian. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology here.
Also known as:
- Ventricular Septal Defect
- Hypoplastic Left Heart Syndrome
- Tetralogy of Fallot
- Narrowing of the Aorta
- Double Outlet Right Ventricle
- Congenital Heart Defects
- Critical congenital heart disease
- VSD
- Hole in the Heart (Ventricles)
- Congenital Heart Anomaly
- HLHS
- Underdeveloped Left Heart
- Complex Congenital Heart Disease
- TOF
- Blue Baby Syndrome
- Complex Heart Defect
- Aortic Coarctation
- CoA
- Pinched Aorta
- DORV
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q210: Ventricular septal defect
- Q234: Hypoplastic left heart syndrome
- Q213: Tetralogy of Fallot
- Q251: Coarctation of aorta
- Q201: Double outlet right ventricle
What procedures does Dr. Petrossian perform?
As a Pediatric Cardiologist, Dr. Petrossian performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Petrossian. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology here.
Also known as:
- Atrial Septal Defect Repair
- Repeat Heart Bypass or Valve Surgery
- Ventricular Septal Defect Repair
- Closing Heart Shunt
- Atrial Septum Repair (Open Heart)
- Pulmonary Artery Banding
- ASD Repair
- Secundum ASD Closure
- Open Heart Surgery for ASD
- Heart Defect Patch Repair
- Coronary Artery Bypass Reoperation
- Heart Valve Reoperation
- Second Heart Surgery
- VSD Repair
- Hole in Heart Repair
- Ventricular Septal Defect Closure
- Systemic-to-Pulmonary Shunt Ligation
- Heart Shunt Takedown
- Congenital Heart Shunt Closure
- Atrial Septostomy
- Open Heart Atrial Septal Defect Repair
- Heart Wall Opening Surgery
- PA banding
- Pulmonary artery constriction
- Heart artery narrowing surgery
CPT Codes:
- 33641: Repair atrial septal defect, secundum, with cardiopulmonary bypass, with or without patch
- 33530: Reoperation, coronary artery bypass procedure or valve procedure, more than 1 month after original operation (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
- 33681: Closure of single ventricular septal defect, with or without patch;
- 33924: Ligation and takedown of a systemic-to-pulmonary artery shunt, performed in conjunction with a congenital heart procedure (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
- 33736: Atrial septectomy or septostomy; open heart with cardiopulmonary bypass
- 33690: Banding of pulmonary artery
Also known as:
- Repair of Patent Ductus Arteriosus (PDA) by Ligation
- PDA Ligation
- Close PDA
- Patent Ductus Arteriosus Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 33820: Repair Of Patent Ductus Arteriosus; By Ligation
Also known as:
- Repair of Holes in the Heart
- Atrial Septal Defect Repair
- Ventricular Septal Defect Repair
- ASD/VSD Repair
- Congenital Heart Defect Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 33647: Repair of atrial septal defect and ventricular septal defect, with direct or patch closure
Also known as:
- Patent Ductus Arteriosus (PDA) Repair in Children
- PDA Ligation
- Ductus Arteriosus Division
- Congenital Heart Defect Repair Child
CPT Codes:
- 33822: Repair Of Patent Ductus Arteriosus; By Division, Younger Than 18 Years
Also known as:
- Aorta Narrowing Repair
- Coarctation of Aorta Excision
- Aortic Coarctation Repair
- Patent Ductus Arteriosus Repair
CPT Codes:
- 33840: Excision Of Coarctation Of Aorta, With Or Without Associated Patent Ductus Arteriosus; With Direct Anastomosis
Also known as:
- Pulmonary Artery Stenosis Repair
- Pulmonary Artery Reconstruction
- Patch Angioplasty Pulmonary Artery
- Pulmonary Artery Graft Repair
CPT Codes:
- 33917: Repair of pulmonary artery stenosis by reconstruction with patch or graft
Also known as:
- Complex Heart Anomaly Repair with Conduit
- Ventricular Septal Defect Repair
- Pulmonary Artery Conduit Placement
- Congenital Heart Defect Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 33608: Repair of complex cardiac anomaly other than pulmonary atresia with ventricular septal defect by construction or replacement of conduit from right or left ventricle to pulmonary artery
Also known as:
- Starting ECMO Life Support (Veno-Arterial)
- ECMO initiation
- Veno-arterial ECLS
- Heart-lung bypass setup
- Extracorporeal life support
CPT Codes:
- 33947: Extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO)/extracorporeal life support (ECLS) provided by physician; initiation, veno-arterial
Also known as:
- Removal of ECMO Cannula in Children (0-5 years)
- ECMO Decannulation
- ECLS Cannula Removal
- Life Support Tube Removal
CPT Codes:
- 33969: Extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO)/extracorporeal life support (ECLS) provided by physician; removal of peripheral (arterial and/or venous) cannula(e), open, birth through 5 years of age
Also known as:
- Breastbone Closure After Surgery
- Sternotomy Closure
- Breastbone Repair
- Median Sternotomy Fix
CPT Codes:
- 21750: Closure of median sternotomy separation with or without debridement (separate procedure)
Does Dr. Petrossian accept my insurance?
Dr. Petrossian accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (650) 723-4000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Petrossian accept in Palo Alto, CA?
Dr. Petrossian in Palo Alto, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Plan of San Joaquin
Kaiser Permanente
Medicaid
Other Health Care Provider
Santa Cruz County
State of California
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Petrossian's office located?
What is Dr. Petrossian's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Petrossian's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1336160860.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Petrossian?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Petrossian
What is Dr. Edwin Petrossian's specialty?
Dr. Petrossian is a Pediatric Cardiologist near Palo Alto, CA. A pediatric cardiologist provides comprehensive care for children with cardiovascular issues, offering expertise in diagnosing, treating, and managing heart and blood vessel conditions. This specialist is skilled in selecting, performing, and interpreting structural and functional assessments of the heart and blood vessels, as well as conducting thorough clinical evaluations of cardiovascular diseases in young patients. Contact Dr. Petrossian to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Edwin Petrossian affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Petrossian is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Valley Children's Hospital, Stanford Medicine Children’s Health. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals
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Is Edwin Petrossian accepting new patients in Palo Alto, CA?
Yes, Dr. Edwin Petrossian is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Edwin Petrossian offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Petrossian's office at (650) 723-4000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Edwin Petrossian?
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